Lot 170

Vincent van Gogh (1853-1890), Attributed to, Oil on Canvas

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Vincent van Gogh (1853-1890), Attributed to, Oil on Canvas

Estimate: $15,000 - $30,000

Starting Bid: $1,500

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by Time Auction
August 2, 2026 1:00 PM EDT
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Little Neck, NY, US 11362

VINCENT VAN GOGH (1853-1890), ATTRIBUTED TO, OIL ON CANVAS

Dimensions:

Image size: 30.1 x 24.3 cm. All measured values are approximate.Outer frame size: 38.8 x 44.9 cm. All measured values are approximate.

Provenance and Authenticity:

This painting is presented in the manner and style associated with Vincent van Gogh, one of the most influential figures in the history of Western art. Executed in oil on canvas, the work reflects the artist's recognizable approach to portraiture, characterized by expressive brushwork, vivid color contrasts, and an intense exploration of human character through form and light. The composition depicts a self-portrait-like figure wearing a straw hat, a subject closely connected with Van Gogh's celebrated Arles and Provençal period. The work bears a signature in the lower right corner and is presented in an ornate period-style frame.

Signature:

Vincent van Gogh

Description:

The composition presents a powerful portrait of a bearded figure wearing a straw hat, rendered through energetic layers of impasto and vibrant complementary colors. Warm oranges, yellows, and reds dominate the background and hat, contrasting with the cooler blue tones of the jacket to create a heightened emotional intensity. Thick directional brushstrokes build the facial features and surrounding atmosphere, allowing the surface itself to become an expressive element. The concentrated gaze, simplified forms, and rhythmic application of paint reflect the psychological depth and dynamic visual language associated with Van Gogh's most recognizable portraits.

Historical significance:

Vincent van Gogh is regarded as one of the most important pioneers of modern painting, whose innovative use of color, expressive brushwork, and emotional intensity profoundly influenced Expressionism and twentieth-century art. His self-portraits and portraits from the late 1880s remain among his most celebrated achievements, demonstrating his exploration of identity, perception, and the expressive possibilities of paint itself. His artistic legacy continues to define the evolution of modern Western painting.

Valuation:

Works presented in the manner of Vincent van Gogh continue to receive strong attention from collectors due to the enduring global recognition of his artistic language and historical importance. Portrait compositions featuring bold impasto, vivid color relationships, and imagery associated with his iconic self-portrait tradition remain among the most desirable categories connected with his oeuvre.


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